1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 318 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
